Lee first crossed paths with Ars Poetica three years ago when he entered and won a poetry competition it hosted, responding to the prompt “Haiku for Justice.”
Despite Divisions, Ellis Island Remains a Symbol of America’s Melting Pot History
When Cornell University hired Thomas Hoebbel to make an immigration documentary, the filmmaker knew his own family’s history would help in his research.
When Cornell University hired Thomas Hoebbel to make an immigration documentary, the filmmaker knew his own family’s history would help in his research.
What It’s Like Living in a Building Owned by One of the City’s “Worst” Landlords?
The list is built based on open violations that are published by the city’s Housing and Preservation Department.
The list is built based on open violations that are published by the city’s Housing and Preservation Department.
The Sun Sets on Puppy Shops in New York City
Proponents claim the new law, which passed by overwhelming margins, will prevent the proliferation of puppy mills—commercial breeding facilities that raise dogs in large numbers and in poor conditions. But critics argue the legislation won’t stop the mills.
Proponents claim the new law, which passed by overwhelming margins, will prevent the proliferation of puppy mills—commercial breeding facilities that raise dogs in large numbers and in poor conditions. But critics argue the legislation won’t stop the mills.
As Inflation Soars, Turks Stockpile, Scrimp, and Seek Riskier Bets
Gultekin’s shopping habits are part of a nationwide adjustment to Turkey’s economic reality. Inflation, which peaked at an official rate of 75.4% in May, has turned Turkish lira into a volatile currency that feels unreliable in even the shortest term.
Gultekin’s shopping habits are part of a nationwide adjustment to Turkey’s economic reality. Inflation, which peaked at an official rate of 75.4% in May, has turned Turkish lira into a volatile currency that feels unreliable in even the shortest term.
How a Café Is Tackling the Disability Employment Crisis
Café Joyeux opened earlier this year, providing job opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Café Joyeux opened earlier this year, providing job opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Trans Americans Fear for Rights and Safety During Trump’s Second Term
In New York State, where 0,5% of the population, or about 76,000 people, identifies as transgender, legal protections for trans people are among the strongest in the country.
In New York State, where 0,5% of the population, or about 76,000 people, identifies as transgender, legal protections for trans people are among the strongest in the country.
Long Shifts, No Sleep: Home Care Aides Sue Companies Over Working Conditions
The workers are suing GreatCare Inc., the company that hired them directly, and also CenterLight HealthCare, the firm that was in charge of the care plans.
The workers are suing GreatCare Inc., the company that hired them directly, and also CenterLight HealthCare, the firm that was in charge of the care plans.
City’s Law on AI Hiring Tools Prompts Wary Employers to Step Back
The law went into effect in July 2023 amid concerns that automated AI tools were discriminating against applicants based on race, gender and other factors.
The law went into effect in July 2023 amid concerns that automated AI tools were discriminating against applicants based on race, gender and other factors.
How Immigrants Who Suffered Labor Violations Can Stay in the U.S.
A year ago, Nuñez discovered that the spice factory where she worked was altering her hours on her paycheck, effectively stealing her wages, and failing to provide employees meal breaks.
A year ago, Nuñez discovered that the spice factory where she worked was altering her hours on her paycheck, effectively stealing her wages, and failing to provide employees meal breaks.
Carbon Capture Plant in Kenya Seeks to Show Africa Holds Key to Checking Climate Change
To keep the planet from warming more than two degrees Celsius, countries worldwide are looking for ways to mitigate carbon dioxide emissions.
To keep the planet from warming more than two degrees Celsius, countries worldwide are looking for ways to mitigate carbon dioxide emissions.
A Wildlife Photographer Finds Nature in a Bustling City
"You can find a lot of stuff in Central Park that can connect to nature.”
“You can find a lot of stuff in Central Park that can connect to nature.”
A Family Walked Nine Countries to Flee Persecution. Now, Hard Memories Linger
Since January 2022, more than 440,000 Venezuelans like Marisol and Richard have crossed the Darién Gap, according to Human Rights Watch.
Since January 2022, more than 440,000 Venezuelans like Marisol and Richard have crossed the Darién Gap, according to Human Rights Watch.
Laguardia Airport’s Sinking Problem Might Be a Planning Problem
Last year, a widely-reported study stated that New York City is sinking. A more recent study has shown that parts of the city are sinking and rising at different rates. According to NASA, this can increase local flood risk linked to sea level rise.
Last year, a widely-reported study stated that New York City is sinking. A more recent study has shown that parts of the city are sinking and rising at different rates. According to NASA, this can increase local flood risk linked to sea level rise.
Chinese Immigrant Shares Buddha’s Teachings at New York’s Largest Temple
The beige brick building houses New York City’s largest place of worship for followers of the teachings of the Buddha and the oldest Chinese Buddhist sanctuary on the East Coast, according to the site.
The beige brick building houses New York City’s largest place of worship for followers of the teachings of the Buddha and the oldest Chinese Buddhist sanctuary on the East Coast, according to the site.
New York City’s Natural Solution to Extreme Heat
The new trees will be planted in parks and line the city’s streets in areas particularly vulnerable to heat like Harlem and The Bronx.
The new trees will be planted in parks and line the city’s streets in areas particularly vulnerable to heat like Harlem and The Bronx.